DELMER DLS-SG SERIES – SHEEP & GOAT AUTOMATIC WEIGHING AND SORTING SYSTEM
Automatic Sheep Drafter & Weighing System
The DELMER DLS-SG Series integrates electronic animal identification, individual sheep and goat weighing, and configurable automatic sorting into one livestock management solution.
Maintain individual animal weight records, identify animals reaching target market weight and organise your flock more efficiently.
Integrated Sheep and Goat Weighing & Sorting System
Simplify livestock handling with an integrated system that combines identification, weighing and automatic sorting.
The DELMER DLS-SG Series is designed to support organised sheep and goat farm management. It combines electronic animal identification, individual weighing and configurable automatic drafting in a coordinated workflow.
When an animal passes through the weighing system, its compatible electronic identification can be read and associated with its individual weight record. Based on configured sorting criteria, the animal can be directed towards the appropriate destination.
This helps farmers monitor animal growth, identify target market-weight animals, organise fattening groups and support breeding and replacement planning.
Three Essential Functions in One System
Electronic Animal Identification
Identify individual sheep and goats using compatible electronic identification tags and associate animal identity with weighing records.
Individual Animal Weighing
Capture individual animal weight information and maintain records to support livestock growth monitoring and management decisions.
Automatic Weight-Based Sorting
Configure sorting criteria to separate animals into different destinations according to recorded weights and farm requirements.
How Does the DELMER Automatic Sheep Drafter Work?
A structured process for identifying, weighing and sorting individual animals.
Identification
The compatible electronic identification tag is read.
Weighing
The animal is weighed and its weight is associated with its identification.
Sorting Decision
Configured sorting criteria determine the appropriate destination.
Automatic Drafting
The drafting mechanism directs the animal towards the selected destination.
Farm Management
Weight records support monitoring and management decisions.
Explore the DELMER DLS-SG Series Models
Three automatic drafting configurations for different sheep and goat sorting requirements.
DELMER DLS-SG2
Two-Way Automatic Drafter
Designed for farms requiring two separate sorting destinations.
- Two-way animal sorting
- Weight-based separation
- Individual weight records
- Organised flock management
DELMER DLS-SG3
Three-Way Automatic Drafter
Recommended for commercial farms managing approximately 500–2,000 animals.
- Three-way animal sorting
- Multiple weight categories
- Target market-weight identification
- Individual animal growth monitoring
- Organised marketing batches
DELMER DLS-SG5
Five-Way Automatic Drafter
Designed for operations requiring five separate sorting destinations.
- Five-way animal sorting
- Multiple weight categories
- Intensive livestock management
- Organised production groups
Why Choose the DELMER DLS-SG Series?
Individual Animal Weight Records
Associate animal identification with individual weight information to support organised livestock record management.
Identify Target Market Weight
Identify animals reaching configured target weights and direct them towards designated sorting destinations.
Monitor Animal Growth
Compare individual weights across weighing sessions to monitor animal weight changes and growth progress.
Simplify Flock Management
Organise animals into different groups according to weight and farm management requirements.
Support Breeding Management
Use weight records alongside breeding history and other animal information to support selection and replacement planning.
Organise Marketing Batches
Separate animals into structured groups for fattening programs, market preparation and planned livestock movement.
Applications Across Sheep and Goat Farming
Commercial Sheep Farms
Maintain individual sheep weight records and organise flock sorting according to farm requirements.
Commercial Goat Farms
Record individual goat weights, monitor growth and organise different livestock groups.
Fattening Operations
Separate animals into weight categories to support organised feeding programs and market preparation.
Breeding and Selection
Use individual animal records alongside breeding information to support livestock selection decisions.
Livestock Aggregation Centres
Support animal identification, individual weighing and organised livestock separation.
Livestock Marketing
Organise animals into suitable groups according to configured weight ranges and operational requirements.
Product Components and Technical Architecture
An integrated arrangement of identification, weighing, control and automatic sorting components.
Electronic Identification Reader
Reads compatible electronic identification tags for individual animal identification.
Weighing Platform
Designed for individual sheep and goat weighing applications.
Electronic Weighing Interface
Captures animal weight information for association with identification records.
Control System
Coordinates identification, weighing and configured sorting operations.
Automatic Drafting Mechanism
Directs animals towards the selected sorting destination.
Multiple Sorting Destinations
Provides two, three or five sorting destinations according to the selected DLS-SG configuration.
DELMER DLS-SG Series Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | DELMER |
| Product Series | DLS-SG Series |
| Product Category | Automatic Livestock Weighing and Sorting System |
| Target Animals | Sheep and Goats |
| Animal Identification | Electronic Animal Identification |
| Weighing | Individual Animal Weighing |
| Sorting | Configurable Weight-Based Sorting |
| DELMER DLS-SG2 | Two Sorting Destinations |
| DELMER DLS-SG3 | Three Sorting Destinations |
| DELMER DLS-SG5 | Five Sorting Destinations |
| Record Management | Individual Animal Weight Records |
| Recommended Configuration | DLS-SG3 for approximately 500–2,000 animals |
Animal Handling and Farm Safety
- Suitable livestock handling and movement arrangement.
- Appropriate weighing platform dimensions.
- Controlled animal flow through the handling race.
- Suitable structural design for sheep and goat applications.
- Operator access for routine operation and maintenance.
- Safe operation of the automatic sorting mechanism.
- Engineering assessment of emergency stops and safety interlocks.
Final safety arrangements and equipment specifications will be confirmed during engineering validation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the DELMER automatic sheep and goat weighing and sorting system.
1. What is an automatic sheep and goat weighing and sorting system?
It combines electronic animal identification, individual weighing and automatic drafting. The system records individual animal weights and uses configured sorting criteria to direct animals towards different destinations.
2. How does the DELMER DLS-SG Series work?
The system reads a compatible electronic identification tag, records the animal's weight and uses configured sorting criteria to determine the appropriate destination.
3. What is the difference between DLS-SG2, DLS-SG3 and DLS-SG5?
DLS-SG2 has two sorting destinations, DLS-SG3 has three sorting destinations and DLS-SG5 has five sorting destinations.
4. Which model is recommended for commercial sheep and goat farms?
DLS-SG3 is the recommended configuration for commercial farms managing approximately 500–2,000 animals.
5. Can the system identify animals reaching target market weight?
Yes. Configured weight-based sorting criteria can direct animals reaching a specified target weight towards a designated sorting destination.
6. Can the system maintain individual animal weight records?
Yes. Compatible electronic identification can associate an animal's identity with its individual weight information.
7. Is the system compatible with Bharat Pashudhan or Pashu Aadhaar tags?
Compatibility depends on RFID frequency, protocol and tag technology. The reader and tags must be tested together before confirming compatibility.
8. Can sheep and goats be sorted into different weight categories?
Yes. The system is designed for configurable weight-based sorting into separate animal groups.
9. Can the system support breeding management?
Individual weight records can support breeding and replacement decisions when used alongside separately recorded age, sex, breed and breeding history information.
10. Is the DLS-SG Series suitable for large farms?
The series is designed for organised sheep and goat operations. DLS-SG3 is positioned for farms managing approximately 500–2,000 animals. Final model selection depends on farm layout and handling requirements.
11. Can DLS-SG5 sort animals into five different groups?
Yes. DLS-SG5 is designed with five sorting destinations for separating animals into five configured groups.
12. How do I choose the right automatic sheep drafter?
Selection depends on flock size, required sorting categories, identification technology, weighing requirements, farm layout and livestock handling workflow. DELMER can help assess these requirements.
Improve Your Sheep and Goat Farm Management
Discover the DELMER DLS-SG Series for electronic animal identification, individual weighing and automatic livestock sorting. Contact our team to discuss your farm requirements.